Manager in Training (MIT)

Belle Tire • Indianapolis, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manager in Training (MIT) program prepares future Belle Tire store leaders through hands-on experience across retail operations. Working with a Store Manager mentor, the trainee learns to lead teams, drive sales, manage store operations, and deliver premium customer service while taking on direct leadership responsibilities. The role develops the skills needed to manage a store and requires applying Belle Tire’s culture and values in daily operations.

The structured training program combines in-store experience, classroom instruction, digital learning modules, and assessments. Trainees work with trainers and leaders to build proficiency in sales, shop, and store operations, and demonstrate readiness for promotion through consistent performance, professional behavior, and alignment with Belle Tire’s values. Travel to other stores and training centers may be required, and candidates should be open to travel or relocation for future store leadership opportunities.

The position is based in a tire and automotive service retail store. The environment is fast-paced and includes extended standing, lifting up to 75 pounds, moderate noise, temperature changes, and other shop conditions. Work hours vary, Monday through Saturday; the stores are closed Sundays and specified holidays. Compensation is $70,000–$90,000 per year.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in a retail or related customer-facing environment.
• Desire to advance into a Store Manager role within 6–12 months.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Financial acumen and comfort with data-driven decision-making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems.
• Flexibility to travel to other stores and training centers to complete the training experience.
• Openness to travel or relocate for future store leadership opportunities as needed.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described, including extended standing and lifting up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Learn to lead, coach, and motivate a retail team to achieve business and customer goals.
• Develop leadership and communication skills that foster trust, accountability, and engagement.
• Model professionalism, teamwork, Belle Tire’s culture, and its values.
• Observe and assist with team huddles, performance feedback, and training sessions.
• Connect daily tasks to broader store and company goals through strategic thinking.
• Learn and execute Belle Tire’s 6-Step Sales Process.
• Support team members in identifying customer needs and offering effective solutions.
• Drive sales across products and services while maintaining strong service standards.
• Build customer relationships and help resolve concerns or escalations.
• Gain experience with staffing, scheduling, inventory, facilities, cleaning, and workflow management.
• Learn to ensure compliance with company policies, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
• Assist in coordinating shop productivity and communication between sales staff and technicians.
• Learn how operational decisions affect customer experience and store performance.
• Learn P&L fundamentals, including sales, labor, and controllable expenses.
• Analyze financial reports with guidance from the Store Manager to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in company initiatives and strategies to achieve operational goals.
• Support accurate recordkeeping and inventory management.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, respectful, and customer-first workplace culture and strengthen the Belle Tire brand.
• Complete the structured training program, including hands-on experience, classroom instruction, digital modules, and proficiency assessments.
• Work with trainers and leaders to strengthen skills in sales, shop, and store operational processes.
• Demonstrate readiness for promotion through individual performance, professional behavior, and alignment with Belle Tire’s values.
• Travel to other stores or training centers as required and be open to travel or relocation for future leadership opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Closed Sundays and holidays, including New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Discounts on products and services
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid training and reimbursement for ASE certifications
• Belle Tire Scholarship Program
• Career growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED